Brighton, under the management of Fabian Hürzeler, delivered a captivating performance by decisively defeating Premier League champions Arsenal with a 3 0 score. This commanding victory provided a stylish celebration for Brighton's 125th anniversary as a club. The team honored the special occasion by wearing unique edition shirts, which are anticipated to become sought after collector items.
The comprehensive loss brought Arsenal, who were previously aiming for an unprecedented achievement, firmly back to reality. The champions had been attempting to secure an eighth successive victory across all competitions to commence their new season. This remarkable winning streak had not been achieved by the club since 1903, during its time as Woolwich Arsenal. Brighton's display thus ended Arsenal's bid for this historic club record.